BYOB-(That’s) Be Your Own Bodyguard SM
[Keynote Presentation] Running Time 60 Minutes (45 Minutes with 15 Minute Q & A)

In this highly energetic, interactive, entertaining and hard hitting program student will learn that being safe is not as complicated (or boring) as they may think. It begins with the understanding that the vast majority of crimes follow a recognizable pattern.  This pattern can be equated to “plays” in a “playbook”.  After students learn the “plays” they are given the opportunity to test the “playbook” against common campus crimes such as: sexual assault, stalking, mugging and other predatory behaviors through role-play and interactive exercises.

Please be aware these programs are in no way a course on empowerment, fighting (or fighting back), taking permission to do whatever you want to do and such; rather it is about commonsense, personal development and taking responsibility so as not to be assaulted, raped or mugged.

Throughout this program students will learn effective easy to implement strategies and explore topics relevant to today’s college student. The information presented represents a base-line of “what everyone needs to know.” Topics include, but are not restricted to:

• Identifying and recognizing your self worth (a key element in self-protection)
• Learn what the one thing everyone is doing all the time and how it relates to personal safety
• Dealing with active shooters on campus (if requested)
• Discover that every assailant (no matter the crime) uses a recognizable pattern and how to spot it
• How to read body language
• How intuition is closely tied to perception
• Date rape prevention and the concept of incapacitation/alcohol blackout
• The best tool to carry for self protection
• And much more…

BYOB Ladies Night SM- Be Your Own Bodyguard (For Women Only)
[Keynote Presentation] Running Time 60 Minutes (45 Minutes with 15 Minute Q & A)
 
This program closely parallels BYOB but has been designed exclusively for women.  Few would argue that women in today’s society are prime targets for victimization.  No female wants to be violated, so why not give them the chance to learn to protect themselves?  The main thing to realize is this program focuses on the intangible aspects of self-protection and goes way beyond the overused expression of “being aware of your surroundings”. This program covers:

• How to recognize signs involving date rape (and date rape drugs)
• Dealing with a stalker
• An emphasis on date rape prevention strategies and understanding incapacitation
• How to effectively control fear
• Effective strategies to use for protecting yourself 24 /7 /365
• How to develop a strong sense of self worth and confidence (vital for self-protection)
• Safe dating strategies and cyber-safety
• And more…

Are You Smarter Than A Hooligan? SM
[Interactive Game] Running Time Approximately 60 Minutes

Inspired by the popular game show this program was developed to be a fun and exciting way to learn about personal security in a relaxed, easy going manner.  Students will be asked questions about personal safety, home security, street awareness and other topics. Designed to test their existing knowledge and learn new strategies involving their own well-being  In the end the winner gets a prize! Topics covered include:

• Attackers and their rituals
• How to be safe at night
• Dorm room and apartment safety
• Date rape prevention
• and many others…
  

• effective negotiation techniques used by professionals
• that certain words can unknowingly aggravate a situation
• how to read body gestures and verbal cues
• the use of empathy, proxemics and “blading”
• role-play and group feedback
• and more…

This program goes beyond tired material that has been presented for such a long time and participants will be able to integrate what they learn into everyday life well beyond their time in Residence Life.

Oh No, You D’int….SM
[Interactive Workshop] Running Time 90 Minutes to 2 Hours

This program is a prefect compromise for the student who does not have the time to invest several weeks in a lengthy self-defense class yet has the need (and desire) to learn what is needed to be safe.  Although some may view this class on a superficial level as “the same old stuff”, we GUARANTEE IT’S NOT OR YOUR MONEY BACK. You will experience something totally different than the vast majority of self-defense programs. 

• How to actually develop intuition and perception
• How to unlock your bodies natural ability to defend itself
• Understand and control fear and adrenaline
• Learn non-destructive self defense movement
• How to be truly effective with verbal de-escalation (and why some phrases can inflame a situation)
• Learn the art of body-physics and how to use momentum to your advantage
• The five F’s of self-defense (Fight, Flight, Freeze, Flinch and Flow)
• Why using fighting stances are impractical and can get you hurt
• And more….

This program is physical in nature and will involve light physical contact.  This is done so that students get to experience and learn self-protection.  The only way to integrate our principles is through practice in a controlled environment.  Avoiding injury is a top priority! Please note this is NOT a martial arts program!

A Trip To The Principles Office SM
[Interactive Workshop] Running Time 90 Minutes to 2 Hours

This program starts where “Oh No, You D’int…” ends.  This is a more advanced class and is intended for the person wishing to learn the more physical attributes of self protection.  The information offered here stems from both Japanese and Russian martial art styles.  Both styles share a concept of accepting and returning an aggressors energy rather than relying on one’s own strength or the use of “canned” techniques.  The principles taught do not require fine motor skills or high levels of coordination.  The training emphasizes using your own natural abilities and exploring how you would react to an attack.  Attendees are encouraged to reconnect with lost or unknown abilities.  All movement is taught in a slow-moving format in order to train the body and prevent injury.  
 

Authorized Personnel Only SM- For Security Staff Only
[Interactive Seminar] Running Time 90 Minutes to 2+ Hours  

This class is strictly for campus security personnel.  Today’s campus security faces challenges like never before and far too often they find themselves outnumbered, ill-equipped and under trained.  The material presented is based on Systema (Russian Special Forces) Principles.  Attendees will be learn how to defend against knives, chains, sticks multiple attackers, spend time developing perception, intuition drills, ground fighting, the use of improvised weapons, control and restraint tactics, the difference between principle versus technique. This class is very physical in nature and we will not make any apologies for it.  There are no pads used during the class. This class surpasses what is taught in some police academies!  NOTE: Firearms and disarming of firearms will only be covered at the request of the client.